At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead category management to boost sales and profits while mentoring a team.
- Company: Join a top UK wholesale and retail business with a strong market presence.
- Benefits: Permanent position with competitive salary and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborative culture focused on innovation and career development.
- Why this job: Make a real impact on product strategy and drive success in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Experience in FMCG Wholesale or Retail, with strong analytical skills.
The predicted salary is between 37800 - 46200 £ per year.
The position is permanent.
This role is working at a leading UK wholesale and retail business. We are currently looking to appoint a Buying / Category Manager who will be responsible for the delivery of Category Plans that maximise sales and profit for both our business and customers. The role encompasses all aspects of Category Management including ranging, pricing, strategy development, supplier management, promotional planning and securing income for marketing and media support.
The Buying / Category Manager will also mentor and develop Category Assistants and oversee the Category specific activities of Category Assistants.
- Ensure all activities and decisions support achievement and delivery of the budget for sales, wholesale margin, retail POR and cash profit.
- Use sound commercial reasoning and influence to ensure that availability is maximised across product categories.
- Creation and implementation of Category strategy, to include the delivery of Category plans to ensure that financial targets are met.
- Ranging and pricing of all products in line with current pricing policy and business strategy.
- Planning and communicating requirements for seasonal promotional events and corporate initiatives across the supply base and via internal departments.
- Define and manage the strategy for Own Brand to ensure the Category has the correct balance of branded and own brand products to deliver a commercially sound range/portfolio.
- Experience in FMCG Wholesale or Retail sector (Buying Sales or Category Management).
- Numerate, with experience of analysing performance and market data.
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